How to watch Washington Capitals vs Nashville Predators
NHL. Washington Capitals (6-4-0) at Nashville Predators (4-3-4). Thursday, October 29 at 8:00 PM ET at Bridgestone Arena. Watch on ESPN+, MNMT or Scripps Sports.
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Thu, Oct 29 · ET
Where to watch
- ESPN+Streaming service. Needs a subscription.
Local channels
- MNMTLocal channel, only in the teams' home areas. TV channel. Available with cable, satellite or a live TV streaming service.
- Scripps SportsLocal channel, only in the teams' home areas. TV channel. Available with cable, satellite or a live TV streaming service.
Preview
The Capitals (6-4-0) visit the Predators (4-3-4) at Bridgestone Arena, Thursday, October 29 at 8:00 PM ET.
The Capitals have won 3 of their last 5. Their last game was a win, 4-3 OT against Buffalo Sabres.
The Predators have won 2 of their last 5. Their last game was a win, 6-2 against Colorado Avalanche.
They last met on Thu, Feb 5, 2026, when the Capitals won 4-2.
Players to watch: Alex Tuch (Capitals' goals leader, 7) and Steven Stamkos (Predators' goals leader, 7).
On the injury report for the Capitals: Logan Thompson (injured reserve), Vincent Desharnais (injured reserve), Rasmus Sandin (injured reserve).
The game is on ESPN+.
Injury report
Washington Capitals
| Player | Status | Injury |
|---|---|---|
| Logan Thompson G | Injured Reserve | Lower Body |
| Vincent Desharnais D | Injured Reserve | Abdomen |
| Rasmus Sandin D | Injured Reserve | Knee |
| Patrick Thomas C | Injured Reserve | Upper Body |
Nashville Predators
No injuries reported.
Head-to-head
- Thu, Feb 5, 2026Nashville Predators 2atWashington Capitals 4
- Sun, Jan 11, 2026Washington Capitals 2atNashville Predators 3
- Sat, Jan 11, 2025Washington Capitals 4atNashville Predators 1
- Wed, Nov 6, 2024Nashville Predators 2atWashington Capitals 3
Recent formnewest first
Washington Capitals
- Sat, Oct 24 W 4-3 OT vs Buffalo Sabres
- Tue, Oct 20 L 5-2 vs Los Angeles Kings
- Sat, Oct 17 W 4-2 vs New Jersey Devils
- Wed, Oct 14 W 5-4 vs Montreal Canadiens
- Tue, Oct 13 L 4-2 at Carolina Hurricanes
Nashville Predators
- Sun, Oct 25 W 6-2 vs Colorado Avalanche
- Sat, Oct 24 L 3-2 OT at Pittsburgh Penguins
- Thu, Oct 22 L 6-0 at Boston Bruins
- Sat, Oct 17 W 5-2 vs St. Louis Blues
- Thu, Oct 15 L 3-2 SO vs San Jose Sharks
Key players
Washington Capitals
| Goals | Alex Tuch 7 |
| Assists | Dylan Strome 6 |
| Points | Alex Tuch 9 |
Nashville Predators
| Goals | Steven Stamkos 7 |
| Assists | Roman Josi 11 |
| Points | Steven Stamkos 14 |
Questions
Is there a free Washington Capitals vs Nashville Predators live stream?
No. ESPN+, MNMT or Scripps Sports needs a paid subscription. Only games on CBS, Fox, NBC and ABC are free, with a TV antenna. Sites promising free streams are unofficial and often unsafe.
What channel is Washington Capitals vs Nashville Predators on?
Washington Capitals vs Nashville Predators is on ESPN+, MNMT or Scripps Sports.
What time does Washington Capitals vs Nashville Predators start?
Washington Capitals vs Nashville Predators starts Thursday, October 29 at 8:00 PM ET at Bridgestone Arena.
Does StreamEast stream Washington Capitals vs Nashville Predators?
No. We don't stream games and we're not the old StreamEast site. We list the official channels and apps showing each game.
Who is injured for Washington Capitals vs Nashville Predators?
Players listed as out or doubtful: Logan Thompson (Washington Capitals, injured reserve); Vincent Desharnais (Washington Capitals, injured reserve); Rasmus Sandin (Washington Capitals, injured reserve); Patrick Thomas (Washington Capitals, injured reserve). Check the full injury report above for questionable players.
Who won the last Washington Capitals vs Nashville Predators game?
Washington Capitals won 4-2 on Thu, Feb 5, 2026.
